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Achieving statistical gains when multiplexing video streams, as in a video-on-demand (VOD) scenario, is difficult because of the stringent QOS demands and the self-similar nature of the traffic. This paper explores, through empirical simulation, the QOS, network utilization, and statistical characteristics of the aggregate traffic resulting from multiple… (More)

Alpha, villain Muntz's deadly lieutenant, leads a pack of dogs to find a rare and elusive bird in Disney / Pixar's <i>Up</i>. Alpha was always imagined as the ideal of a dangerous canine. To implement this concept, Alpha went through a series of challenges, including his highly stylized geometry, caricatured articulation, sleek groom, and graphic color and… (More)

"LAVA" is a love letter to volcanoes and the beauty of tropical islands. But even more, it's a musical work of art that required unique collaboration among Pixar's artists. From designing a main character that is also the main set, to integrating a unique set of new lighting tools, to telling a story in song, the production required all teams to work in a… (More)

classroom use is granted without fee provided that copies are not made or distributed for commercial advantage and that copies bear this notice and the full citation on the first page. Copyrights for third-party components of this work must be honored. For all other uses, contact the Owner/Author. Monsters University started its background characters… (More)